Proverbs 29:16-18

International Standard Version

¹⁶As the wicked grow powerful,^[a] transgression increases,
but the righteous will observe their downfall.

¹⁷Correct your son and he will comfort you;
he will also delight your soul.

¹⁸Without prophetic vision, people abandon restraint,
but those who obey the Law are happy.

Proverbs 29:16-18

New International Version

¹⁶When the wicked thrive, so does sin,
but the righteous will see their downfall.^(A)

¹⁷Discipline your children, and they will give you peace;
they will bring you the delights you desire.^(B)

¹⁸Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint;
but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction.^(C)

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